Certificate I in Construction

Study Modes

• Classroom Based Learning – Contact Adapt Education for dates and locations. This is a 10 week course (2 days per week contact + 4 hrs per week self-paced). The first 8 weeks consists of:
  • Theory Component – all resources and assessment tasks can be received online or correspondence (hard copy). Some reading and theory assessment is required to be completed at home in between workshops.
  • Practical Component – Our hands on workshops ensure that you receive expert instruction, guidance and opportunities to practice your building and construction skills in a safe environment. Assessment is conducted during workshops. Where possible, practical tasks are real live jobs just like those you’ll complete in the workforce.
• Practical Placement – The final 2 weeks of the course will see you placed with a local construction employer to gain on the job experience. Treat your placement as a job interview as employers are always looking for new hard working staff. Note: placement is not guaranteed, but is dependent on availability of placements and student performance. Students who are not placed will continue to attend the designated training venue for the final 2 weeks.

Government Funding

• This course is an approved lower level qualification through the Queensland Government’s Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidy. View our Government funding page for the eligibility criteria of this funding.
• This qualification is Centrelink approved, meaning eligible participants may be able to receive Austudy, Abstudy, the Education Supplement, Newstart, Youth Allowance, or the Disability Supplement.
• The qualification is approved for VET in Schools funding. Click on the Schools tab at the top of this page for more information.

Entry Requirements

• It is an expectation that you will have access to a computer/tablet/phone and the internet. Please discuss with Adapt if this is an issue as strategies can be put in place to assist.
• It is expected that students have well developed Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills. Students who do not meet the minimum LLN requirements for this course will be provided a range of options and strategies to assist.
• For information regarding Adapt Education’s policies and procedures please refer to our student handbook

Partnering Arrangements

All training, assessment and student services for this course are provided by our trusted partner organisation My Industry Training. Adapt Education (RTO32452) are responsible for marketing, quality assurance, compliance and issuing your certificate.

Student Contribution Fees

If you have been referred to this course by a job network, the student contribution fee listed below may be paid by the job network. Please discuss with your job network if this applies to you.

• $0 for school based students who qualify for VETiS funding
• $50 ($4.54/unit) for concessional card holders who qualify for the Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidy
• $100 ($9.09/unit) for non concessional students who qualify for the Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidy
• $2500 for a standard fee paying student.

For more information about eligibility criteria for the Certificate 3 Guarantee or other subsidies go to our Government funding page.

Contact us if you are unsure which fee applies to you or for a quote if you have specific requirements or a group booking.

All student resources, equipment, building materials and personal protective equipment is provided, including a “High Vis” shirt. For more information about course inclusions and exclusions go to our fee schedule page.

Fees can be paid off through a payment plan at no additional cost!

 You can enrol online  or alternatively call 1300 380 335 to enrol over the phone. To find out more about our enrolment process go to the How to Enrol page on this site. Please ensure you have read Adapt Education’s policies and procedures in our student handbook prior to enrolling. If you have any questions at all please Contact us

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VET in Schools

We offer flexible training programs designed and taught by teachers specifically for schools targeting a diverse range of students with an interest in the Construction Industry.  We pride ourselves on quality training that aligns with school outcomes and good pedagogy.

Course details:

• Duration: 20 days – (1 day per week for 2 Terms or structured to suit school timetable)
• Cost: Free for students who have not accessed VETiS funding or ‘Fee for Service’ can be negotiated dependant on enrolment numbers.
• Where: All training programs are conducted on school grounds during normal school hours.
• Equipment:  All student resources, tools, building materials and student personal protective equipment is provided.
• Future Pathways: Exclusive partnerships with industry providing work experience which can lead to employment opportunities.

Course outcomes:

• Certificate I in Construction
• Construction Safety White Card (required to access any construction zone)
• depending on elective options – First Aid Certificate or Working at heights certificate
• 3 QCE points
• Access to industry employment opportunities

Note: The course can be delivered to align with the Construction SAS course.  Units are mapped to the SAS course and gap assessments are completed to gain the qualification.

Contact us today on 0408 185 020 or mit@adapteducation.com.au to discuss this opportunity.

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